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Egypt plans another Pharaonic parade, this time in Luxor

After the success of the Pharaohs' Golden Parade, Egypt is preparing for the grand reopening of the Great Processional Way in Luxor.

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A general view shows the Avenue of Sphinxes leading to the Temple of Amun at the Karnak temple complex in Luxor, south of the Egyptian capital, Cairo, on June 11, 2015. — MOHAMED EL-SHAHED/AFP via Getty Images

After the great success of the Pharaohs' Golden Parade that was held in Cairo on April 3, preparations are underway for another major Pharaonic-themed event that will bring the world's attention to Egypt, this time in Luxor.

The development and restoration of the Great Processional Way (El-Kebash Road) is nearly complete and a major celebration is planned for its the reopening.

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